Misguided Chivalry, Disastrous Dates, and Other Cartoons

The following cartoons are from Liana Finck’s new book, Excuse Me, which compiles hundreds of her drawings from Instagram and The New Yorker over the last few years.  * __________________________________ From the book Excuse Me by Liana Finck. Copyright © 2019 by Liana Finck. Published by Random House, an imprint and division of Penguin Random House […] Continue reading at 'Literrary Hub'

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StatShot: US Industry Down 12.6 Percent in April; 2.3 Percent Year-to-Date

The StatShot report from AAP shows United States trade book industry revenues falling 8.9 percent in April and 1 percent year-to-date. The post StatShot: US Industry Down 12.6 Percent in April; 2.3 Percent Year-to-Date appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2022-07-11 17:32:26 UTC ]
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HC Union Sets July 20 Strike Date

A week after authorizing a strike, some 250 unionized employees of HarperCollins said they will hold a one-day strike next Wednesday, July 20. They are requesting a "more accessible, equitable, and just workplace." Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2022-07-11 04:00:00 UTC ]
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Leipzig Book Fair Postpones Its 2023 Dates From March to April

'In order to enable the greatest possible planning security,' organizers say, the 2023 Leipzig Book Fair will be delayed by a month, to April. The post Leipzig Book Fair Postpones Its 2023 Dates From March to April appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

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Ian McEwan’s ‘most epic book to date’ to be published in September

The Booker prize-winning author’s new novel Lessons is ‘a powerful meditation on history and humanity told through the prism of one man’s lifetime’Ian McEwan’s “most epic book to date”, moving from the end of the second world war to the current pandemic and exploring the impact of childhood... Continue reading at The Guardian

[ The Guardian | 2022-01-19 12:00:11 UTC ]
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HBG Has No Date for Return to Office

Due to the arrival of the Omicron variant, Hachette Book Group said it has not set a date for a full return to its offices with CEO Michael Pietsch saying the company will only bring people back when it is safe to do so. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2021-12-01 05:00:00 UTC ]
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Book Returned To Idaho Library 110 Years Past Due Date

If the Boise Public Library were still enforcing the late fee printed in the book, it would have racked up more than $800 in fines. Continue reading at The Huffington Post

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Book Publication Date Changes Due to Supply Chain Issues

'PW' is tracking book publication dates that are changing as a result of recent supply chain issues. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2021-10-18 04:00:00 UTC ]
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Beijing International Book Fair Confirms New Dates: September 14 to 18

Having had an abrupt COVID-driven halt to its plan for a late-August opening, Beijing International Book Fair now runs in mid-September. The post Beijing International Book Fair Confirms New Dates: September 14 to 18 appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2021-09-01 12:50:31 UTC ]
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AAP StatShot: US Industry Up 18.1 Percent, January to June, Year to Date

Total revenues year-to-date January-to-June revenues across all categories in the US book industry came in at US$6.3 billion. The post AAP StatShot: US Industry Up 18.1 Percent, January to June, Year to Date appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2021-08-24 15:00:26 UTC ]
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German Book Prize: ‘Nationwide Blind Date Readings’ With Authors

The German Book Prize announces a series of author readings running through October 1 and set in many parts of Germany. The post German Book Prize: ‘Nationwide Blind Date Readings’ With Authors appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2021-08-17 18:09:08 UTC ]
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In this love story, a few bits of wisdom amid woefully out-of-date ‘lessons’

Massimo Recalcati seems to ignore how people in the 21st century experience love. Continue reading at The Washington Post

[ The Washington Post | 2021-04-23 12:00:00 UTC ]
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If you love books and also love, you can rent this bookstore for a COVID-friendly date night.

Given that we’re all justifiably afraid about the breath of others right now, it’s a weird time to be dating. While the warmer months at least offered the possibility of outdoor meetings, now it’s winter and, like all other things, dating has become an exercise in futility and endless Zoom... Continue reading at Literrary Hub

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IAB Sets Virtual NewFronts 2021 Date, Extends Invitation to Linear TV

The Interactive Advertising Bureau (IAB) has set its upcoming 2021 NewFronts to take place virtually during the week of May 3, 2021. The trade organization extended invitations to linear television broadcasters in addition to the digital media publishers, streamers and platforms that have long... Continue reading at AdWeek

[ AdWeek | 2020-12-10 10:00:00 UTC ]
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London Book Fair Announces June-July Dates for 2021

Reed  Exhibitions' Andy Ventris follows Jacks Thomas as the new director of London Book Fair, which expects to return to spring dates by 2022. The post London Book Fair Announces June-July Dates for 2021 appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2020-11-04 12:43:02 UTC ]
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London Book Fair Announces June Dates for 2021

Reed  Exhibitions' Andy Ventris follows Jacks Thomas as the new director of London Book Fair, which expects to return to spring dates by 2022. The post London Book Fair Announces June Dates for 2021 appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

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Bluebird swipes guide to online dating from ex-Facebook psychiatrist

Bluebird has swiped a guide to online dating and text communication from Facebook's former in-house psychiatrist Dr Mimi Winsberg. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2020-10-21 23:03:38 UTC ]
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The twisted history of Pepe the Frog’s journey from lovable cartoon to alt-right mascot

The documentary ‘Feels Good Man’ charts the very unusual (and disturbing) history of how Pepe the Frog went from cute character to meme to symbol of hate. In 2005, artist Matt Furie published the first edition of Boy’s Club, a comic book starring four friends living in the hedonistic and aimless... Continue reading at Fast Company

[ Fast Company | 2020-10-19 08:00:52 UTC ]
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Selfies Adds Kids' Category, Announces 2021 Dates

The U.S. Selfies book awards, which recognize self-published authors, has added a children’s prize to go along with its adult fiction award. The 2021 awards submission period opens on January 1, 2021, and closes the night of March 1, 2021. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2020-10-07 04:00:00 UTC ]
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It’s Not All About Pub Date

Author Fiadhnait Moser urges publishers to bear in mind that not all books, or writers, can be instant hits. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2020-09-11 04:00:00 UTC ]
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Jerusalem International Book Forum Announces 2021 Dates

The biennial Jerusalem International Book Forum has opened applications for its Zev Birger Editorial Fellowship program, setting dates for 2021. The post Jerusalem International Book Forum Announces 2021 Dates appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2020-07-28 16:44:22 UTC ]
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